Dark High Fae
Adriann Allabaugh (President)
I am one of the founding members of Flathead Faeire Festival. I grew up with a family member that was in the special needs community. I have seen how often adults with special needs struggle once they are out of (the school years). We as an organization are hopeful to help facilitate the bridge between “school years and adult special needs” helping to make it as seamless as we can. I am a Montana native, I’m married, and my husband and son are my biggest helpers when it comes to my requests for volunteers. I’m also a Made in Montana body product manufacturer. I also help my husband with his nonprofit. I am an animal lover, crafter, and volunteer for many other organizations.
Keeper of the Wildwoods
Gayle Emberstone (Vice President)
Hello! I am a passionate advocate for Adult Special Needs Programs and how much it is needed in the Flathead area. Having been born and raised in Flathead Valley and with having family that is special needs I know how very important these programs are to families. I am ecstatic to have been and continue to be a founding leader for Flathead Faerie Festival since 2023. Not only do we get to support a cause that we hold dear to us but we get to have a blast doing it! I have been a cosplayer for 13 years now. I have dressed as Link (Zelda Games), Harley Quinn, Steampunk, Dark Fairy (with 6 feet wings), Elf Princesses, Fire Mage, Jack Skellington, Sally Skellington and many more. Flathead Faerie Festival not only help raise money for our Adult Special Needs programs, it also hosts an amazing event once a year that lets guest from all over spend a weekend celebrating their imagination, showing their amazing creativity to the world and enjoying a world of enchantment and wonder.
Keeper of Crystal Currencies treasurer
Kris Brunetto (Treasurer)
Kris, a non-profit CFO, owns a Steam Punk clothing line with her husband Shane. When they are not “slapping a gear on it” they are running their game store in the mall with their 4 kids. Don’t worry, the three cats stay home.
Dark Fae Scribe
Erin Solin (Recording Secretary)
I love all realms of fantasy, especially the dark fae. I firmly believe that while we may grow older there is no need to grow up and the need to play and step outside one’s reality is necessary for our mental health. I have decades of nonprofit work, animal welfare and restoration of habitat and species that have kept me busy but I like to step out of the high-pressure world and let imagination take flight whenever I can. While I did not grow up in Montana, I have come to love the uniqueness of the Flathead Valley and those that are just as unique as it is.
Guardian of the Web's Portal & Scribe of the Digital Grove
Jay Beranek (Social Media/Website Admin)
Jay is a tech-savvy creature with a passion for community. With a background in digital marketing and technology, she brings a wealth of experience to the Flathead Faerie Festival Board. Jay is excited to contribute her skills and enthusiasm to make every year of the festival even more magical than the last!
Storyteller of Starry Tidings
Jenny Reed (Publicity Chair)
Jenny has many hobbies but her main two are card making and collecting craft supplies. She is passionate about helping others and helping others craft. When not crafting, she is off adventuring in the woods and traveling.
The Amber Nectar's Oracle
Shelley Enberhardy (Beer Garden Chair)
As a founding member of the Flathead Celtic Festival, Shelley was brought on board to help get the Faerie Fest started. During the day she works as an advisor at Flathead Valley Community College, and serves on 2 boards during her off time. She is married with 2 daughters and likes to look for magic in everyday moments.
Architect of Enchantment & Gatherings
Lindsay Mena (Show Committee Chair)
Lindsay is a paralegal by trade and a master of organization, holding a degree in Occupational Safety and Emergency Management. She balances logic with magic, ensuring events run as smoothly as a fae-touched breeze. Since 2019, she has also led the Artists and Craftsmen of the Flathead, championing local artisans and handmade wonders. Now, she brings her expertise and boundless creativity to the Flathead Faerie Festival, ensuring that every fairy, elf, space traveler, and wandering soul has a place to revel in the wonder.
Reader of Runic Records
Gloria Nyswonger (Show Committee)
Dreamer of Distant Dwellings
Jamie Nyswonger (Show Committee)
Guardian of the Growing Grove
Amanda Kubai (Show Committee)
I'm one of the show committee members. Been enjoying helping put this event on as it helps out the special needs with programs and they have a special place in my heart. A very special person in my life loved going to her places for activities. I'm a mom to 3 handsome boys who help me with all my events when they can. I crochet just about anything out there but my main focus as been plushies as I love seeing everyone's eyes light up when they see one.